Ireland Consumer Price Index
Consumer price index (2010 = 100) FP.CPI.TOTL
Ireland's consumer price index was 134.17 in 2025, ranked 153rd globally. This represents a 5.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Ireland's consumer price index stood at 134.17 in 2025, a rise of +6.94 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 134.17 by 2025. Ireland ranked 153rd globally.
Ireland's Consumer Price Index has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 66 years, with the latest value standing at 134.17. This represents not only the peak value but also the highest point in the country's history, surpassing the all-time trough of 5.07 recorded in 1960. This substantial increase indicates a rising cost of living in Ireland, mirroring trends in other countries with similar economic profiles, such as China, which also exhibits a Consumer Price Index of 134.33. The rapid growth in Ireland's Consumer Price Index has been a notable feature of its economic landscape, with the country experiencing a period of sustained economic growth and development since the 1990s. However, should Ireland face a significant economic downturn, such as a sharp decline in global trade or a substantial rise in oil prices, it could potentially alter the trajectory of its Consumer Price Index, leading to a reversal of the recent upward trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Consumer Price Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 145.75 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 139.96 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 134.17 | - | - |
| 2025 | 134.17 | +6.94 | #153 |
| 2024 | 127.23 | +2.63 | #20 |
| 2023 | 124.59 | +7.38 | #22 |
| 2022 | 117.21 | +8.51 | #13 |
| 2021 | 108.70 | +2.49 | #10 |
| 2020 | 106.21 | −0.35 | #9 |
| 2019 | 106.56 | +0.99 | #11 |
| 2018 | 105.57 | +0.50 | #11 |
| 2017 | 105.08 | +0.38 | #10 |
| 2016 | 104.70 | +0.02 | #14 |
| 2015 | 104.68 | −0.35 | #16 |
| 2014 | 105.02 | +0.20 | #17 |
| 2013 | 104.82 | +0.54 | #17 |
| 2012 | 104.29 | +1.74 | #21 |
| 2011 | 102.55 | +2.55 | #29 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Ireland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw consumer price index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Ireland's consumer price index was 134.17 in 2025. Ranked 153rd globally. This represents a 5.5% increase from the previous year.
Ireland's consumer price index peaked at 134.17 in 2025.
The lowest consumer price index in Ireland was 5.07 in 1960.
Ireland ranks 153rd globally in consumer price index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FP.CPI.TOTL. Data sourced from World Bank.
Ireland's consumer price index is projected to reach 134.17 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The consumer price index of Ireland in 2025 was 134.17. This ranks 153rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_ireland_consumer-price-index,
title = {Ireland Consumer Price Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/ireland/consumer-price-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}